Microbiology: An Introduction (13th Edition)
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Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case, Derek Weber, Warner Bair
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Athlete’s foot is the fungal disease and it occurs in humans of all ages. It degrades skin keratin which causes itching in the infected area. In general, this fungal infection is transmitted through direct contact with the infected person’s things. Diabetic patients and people with impaired immune systems have a higher risk of athlete’s foot.
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